2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.

Because 2003 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac BLS 2003 Panoz Esperante
Make Cadillac Panoz
Model BLS Esperante
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.8 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 59 L


 

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